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THE CHRISTIAN AND POLITICS. Bro. Oke Preacher, COC Leo Akure. Introduction The relationship between Christianity and politics has long been a subject of debate among believers. Some Christians avoid politics entirely, believing it to be corrupt, while others see it as a platform to influence society for righteousness. This topic examines the role of Christians in politics, guided by biblical teachings and principles. 1. Definition of Politics and Christian Responsibility Politics refers to the governance of a society, including decision-making processes, leadership, and public policies. As members of society, Christians are not exempt from civic responsibility. Biblical Foundation Romans 13:1–2 – “Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers…” 1 Peter 2:13–14 – Christians are called to submit to governing authorities. These passages show that government authority is ordained by God, and Christians are expected to respect and engage with it responsibly. 2. The Christian as a...

Morality, The Government and Christians Moral statements and positions will, necessarily, impact political issues. This is not because morality is inherently political, but because government has the task of recognizing the difference between good and evil, so moral issues will have to be dealt with (Romans 13:3-4). This means that, contrary to what is so often stated and argued, morality will be legislated by government, and it will be legislated from a worldview that either recognizes the significance of God or not. To say that God needs to be kept out of politics, then, is to default to the secularized view of morality; and secularized morality will then be legislated. Why is it that people default to keeping God out of it instead of keeping the secularized views of reality out of it? And why do some Christians seem to be buying into all of this? We need to see what has happened here. Many have bought into the notions that God and religion must be kept out of politics, a...

Welcome Address: Bible Preachers' Meeting on the Christian and Politics. Benson Omole. Distinguished Bible Preachers, grace and peace be unto you from our Lord Jesus Christ! It is with profound joy and gratitude that we gather here today in the Meeting Hall of The Church of Christ Ekute Quarters Ado Ekiti, and welcoming you to this important meeting. As ministers, and stewards of the eternal Word, you have journeyed from near and far to fellowship, pray, and deliberate on this vital intersection: the Christian and politics. Initially, Christianity was pure, and its integrity could be verified from the pages of the Bible, until it was endorsed by Emperor Constantine, of the Roman Empire. The damage which resulted afterwards could be approached in any historical Book. However, this political endorsement brought mixture of distortions: 1. Genuine faith coexisted with political convenience. 2. Some entered into Christianity for influence, and political patronage without t...

Theme: Shepherding the Flock: Equipping the Saints for the Work of Ministry (Ephesians 4:11–12; 1 Peter 5:2–3) Topic: The Noble Task: Understanding the Beauty and Weight of Oversight (1 Timothy 3:1; Acts 14:23; 1 Peter 5:1–2) INTRODUCTION Kunle Eniola (Preacher). Brethren, today we are considering one of the most important subjects in the life of the church—the role of spiritual leadership, particularly elders, and the responsibility of shepherding God’s people. In Ephesians 4:11–12 , the Bible says: “And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ.” Also, in 1 Peter 5:2–3 , Peter writes: “The elders who are among you I exhort… Shepherd the flock of God which is among you, serving as overseers…but making yourselves ensamples to the flock.” From these passages, we learn that leadership in the church ...

Divorce and Remarriage Few subjects stir the emotions like the subject of marriage, divorce and remarriage. It cuts to the core of our most intimate relationships and touches virtually every family to some degree. For these reasons, many refuse to discuss the issue at all. Others search for easy and painless solutions to complicated and often sinful situations. Neither approach serves the cause of truth. The Ideal vs. Modernism Most Christians are aware of God's ideal plan for marriage. From the early chapters of Genesis we learn: (1) that we are created in God's image, on a higher moral plane than the animals, (2) that God ordained the marriage relationship, (3) that marriage is between a man and a woman, (4) that to marry is to "cleave," implying a life-long commitment, and (5) that in marriage we can enjoy the richest blessings of companionship and sexual fulfillment. This biblical ideal stands in sharp contrast to the modern view of marriage. Basing their ideas on...

Barton W. Stone’s Lecture on Matthew 5:38-48 (1844). Ye have heard that it hath been said, an eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth. But I say unto you, that ye resist not evil; but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also. – Matthew 5.38 The law of Moses admitted of, yea, enjoined strict retaliation on its subjects; the reverse of which our great Lawgiver Christ Jesus enjoins on his subjects with equal strictness. “But I say unto you, that ye resist not evil.” The word evil is an adjective, and doubtless agrees with person understood, resist not an evil or injurious person – if he smite thee on thy right cheek, retaliate not by smiting him also, rather meekly offer the other cheek. By doing thus you may overcome the injurious person, and bring him to submission to the truth. Christ himself, set the example. When he was reviled he reviled not again, when he suffered (more than a stroke on the cheek) he neither retaliated, nor threatened th...

LES DIRECTIVES BIBLIQUES POUR S'ENGAGER AVEC LA PAROLE DE DIEU.  (Fresh Version) Dr. Benson Omole. Il faut un grand engagement pour lire la Bible, l'étudier, méditer dessus, pratiquer ses commandements et enseigner la Bible aux autres. Cet engagement pave la voie royale pour s'engager avec la Parole de Dieu, afin de discipliner l'âme, pour le salut de celle-ci. La Bible présente la Parole de Dieu comme le fondement de la vie spirituelle, de la sagesse et de la justice. 2 Timothée 3:16–17 «...Toute Écriture est inspirée de Dieu, et utile pour enseigner, pour convaincre, pour corriger, pour instruire en justice: afin que l'homme de Dieu soit accompli et propre à toute bonne œuvre.»  Les croyants sont commandés non seulement de lire la Parole, mais aussi de l'étudier, de méditer dessus, de l'obéir et de l'enseigner aux autres. C'est pourquoi je présente ce traité, comme suit:  DIRECTIVES POUR LIRE LA BIBLE. Lire la Bible est le premier pas v...